Gulf countries condemn attack on Qatar LNG tanker

Gulf countries have condemned the attack on Qatar-owned LNG tanker Al Mayeda in the Arabian Gulf, expressing solidarity with Doha and raising concerns over maritime security and global energy supplies.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued its condemnation on Monday, November 2, describing the incident as a serious threat to maritime navigation and global energy supplies. It also warned of potential environmental consequences and called for the protection of commercial vessels and their crews.

Saudi Arabia had denounced the targeting of Al Mayeda in a statement issued by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, November 1. Riyadh backed Qatar’s efforts to protect its maritime vessels and called for international action to strengthen maritime security.

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Kuwait and Bahrain also joined the condemnations. Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed the importance of respecting international law and freedom of navigation, while warning of the environmental and economic risks of attacks on energy tankers.

Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed the kingdom’s support for Qatar’s measures to safeguard its security, interests and vessels. It also called on the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to prevent further attacks and ensure those responsible were held accountable.

The Arab League also condemned the incident, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). It backed efforts to investigate the attack and identify those responsible, warning that repeated incidents could threaten energy supplies, market stability and the environment.

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi described the attack as a dangerous escalation that threatened regional security and global economic activity. He called for maritime corridors to remain safe for navigation and trade and reaffirmed the GCC’s support for Qatar’s efforts to protect its national assets.

Qatar LNG tanker carrying six Indians hit

The Marshall Islands-flagged Al Mayeda, owned by Qatar Gas Transport Company Limited (Nakilat), was hit by unidentified objects while sailing in the Arabian Gulf on Friday evening, October 30.

The vessel was carrying Qatari liquefied natural gas to Pakistan, Bloomberg reported. Citing informed sources, the news agency said Pakistan had contacted Iran to secure safe passage for the tanker and received approval before the incident. The vessel was approaching the Strait of Hormuz when it was hit, according to the report.

All 25 crew members, including six Indian seafarers, were reported safe. Qatar News Agency said there were no injuries or environmental damage and that the vessel remained operational.

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